Neeraj Chopra. Photo: ANI
Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Neeraj Chopra will begin his campaign at the World Athletics Championships 2023 in the javelin throw event today (August 25) at 1:40 PM IST. Neeraj and three two Indian javelin throwers – Manu DP and Kishore Jena.
While Neeraj and Manu are in Group A, Kishore Jena is placed in Group B.
In the javelin throw qualifying event, Group A athletes will be in action during the morning session in Budapest. While the athletes placed in Group B will be in action during the night, evening sessions as per Indian Standard Time.
Despite two other Indian athletes being contenders, Neeraj Chopra Eugene is still the biggest medal hope for India as the 2022 silver medalist. The 25-year-old Neeraj will aim for a gold medal when he takes up the javelin at the National Athletics Center in Budapest, Hungary.
Why is Neeraj Chopra the best bet in World Athletics 2023?
After winning Olympic gold in 2021, Neeraj went on to win silver at the 2022 World Athletics Championships. In 2023, he remained undefeated by winning the Doha Diamond League [88.67m] in May and the Lausanne Diamond League [87.66m] On the way to Budapest in June.
World Athletics Championships 2023: Neeraj Chopra javelin throw live match timings, live streaming and broadcast in India
When will Neeraj Chopra be in action in the javelin throw event during the World Athletics Championships 2023?
Golden boy Neeraj Chopra will be in action today (August 25).
At what time will the javelin throw event of Neeraj Chopra start in the World Athletics Championships 2023?
The first session of the javelin throw qualifying round will begin at 1:40 PM IST. Neeraj Chopra will be in action today after 1:50 PM IST.
Which TV channels in India will telecast the Neeraj Chopra javelin throw event live?
Sports18 will telecast the Neeraj Chopra javelin throw event live in India.
How to watch live streaming of Neeraj Chopra’s javelin throw event in India?
Live streaming of Neeraj Chopra’s javelin throw event will be available on Jio Cinema.
first published: 25 August 2023 | 9:11 am First